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Major Overview for Anatomy

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Overview for Anatomy

A program that focuses on the scientific study of organ systems, tissue structures, and whole bodies together with their cellular and structural components and dynamics. Includes instruction in cell biology and histology, structural biology, molecular mechanics, regional and gross anatomy, embryology, neuroanatomy, endocrinology and secretory dynamics, and applications to such topics as aging and disease conditions.

Careers for Anatomy Majors

A major in Anatomy is highly relevant for the following careers. National averages for wages in each career is provided.

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Colleges Offering a Major in Anatomy

Top 3 U.S. Colleges with the most degrees awarded of Anatomy among the 2006-2007 graduating class.

AddInfoCollege Name Degrees Awarded*/
Percentage
SelectivityCost*
University of California-San Diego
La Jolla, CA
178
(3.5%)
Highly Selective$19,180
Parker College of Chiropractic
Dallas, TX
133
(100.0%)
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Life University
Marietta, GA
1
(2.1%)
$21,255
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* The number of bachelor's degrees awarded among the 2006-2007 graduating class.